Mechanical Engineer III

EPTA • Columbus, GA

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About The Position

The Mechanical Engineer III is responsible for the structural design and reliability of refrigerated display cases. The role involves designing and developing products, conducting structural analysis and testing, and taking designs through cross-functional approval and change implementation from concept to production. The engineer also coordinates project contributions from drafters, designers, engineering technicians, and machine shop personnel as needed.

This is a permanent role at Epta, a global commercial refrigeration solutions company. Epta offers training opportunities, flexible working hours, and remote work whenever possible, with necessary technical equipment provided.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in engineering.
• At least 5 years of related experience.
• Understanding of the practical application of engineering science and technology.
• Solid knowledge of structural design and testing.
• Knowledge of design and testing for reliability.
• Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite.
• Basic working knowledge of CAD software.
• Basic working experience with structural analysis software.
• Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in producing precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills.
• Sense of ownership and urgency with projects and work assignments.

Nice To Haves

• Basic working knowledge of the SAP environment.
• Experience in the HVAC&R industry.
• Design management experience reviewing models, drawings, and Bills of Material.
• Experience working with sheet metal parts and plastics.

Responsibilities

• Prepare design specifications, analyses, and recommendations for presentation and approval.
• Plan, organize, and conduct technical projects or project phases involving design and development.
• Coordinate designs through cross-functional approval and change implementation from concept to production.
• Coordinate the efforts of drafters/designers, engineering technicians, and machine shop personnel as required by assigned projects.
• Design or redesign products to develop new products, improve performance, and/or reduce costs while meeting regulatory requirements, including UL, NSF, and DOE.
• Design products for manufacturability, assembly, and reliability.
• Conduct independent technical investigations involving the origination or modification of material.
• Conduct testing and structural analysis of refrigerated cases.

Benefits

• Training through Epta Academy and external training partners.
• Opportunity for remote work whenever possible.
• Necessary technical equipment provided for remote work.
• Flexible working hours.
• Opportunities to participate in volunteering activities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level